named programs · 9 · from sources
What they call their work
Community Baby Showers
Hosts celebratory events for migrant mothers to foster community, provide gifts, and offer emotional support during pregnancy and early motherhood
Financial Counseling
Offers guidance on opening bank accounts, managing credit, housing assistance, and support for starting small businesses
Food Pantry
Distributes non-perishable food items, fresh produce, and basic supplies to food-insecure individuals and families in New York City
Free English Courses
Provides free English as a Second Language instruction for migrants at various skill levels, with opportunities for informal practice through community events
Free Literacy Courses
Offers free classes in reading, writing, and basic literacy for adults regardless of age or prior knowledge, held Monday and Wednesday evenings
Healthcare Access Program
Helps migrants enroll in NYC Care and access low- or no-cost healthcare through NYC Health + Hospitals, including mental health services
Migration Legal Support
Assists migrants with asylum applications, paperwork, and navigating complex legal procedures through expert guidance
Nutrition Education Course
Teaches principles of balanced eating, interpreting nutritional labels, and meal planning through interactive lessons held Monday to Wednesday evenings
OSHA Certification Training
Provides paid OSHA safety training courses via Zoom seven days a week for individuals seeking certification
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Immigration Legal Services 2 activities
- Offers financial counseling to the migrant communityProvides financial counseling and support services to migrants in the United States, with in-person services available every Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. without requiring appointments.
- Provides assistance with legal and administrative processes for migrantsOffers guidance and support to migrants in navigating legal systems and completing necessary paperwork, including access to administrative services.
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Health Insurance Enrollment Assistance 1 activity
- Facilitates access to healthcare services for migrantsHelps community members apply for NYC Care to access low- or no-cost healthcare and mental health services through NYC Health + Hospitals and hosts weekly informational sessions on healthcare access for migrants every Thursday at 2 p.m.
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Diaper and Baby Supply Distribution 1 activity
- Hosts community baby showers for migrant mothersProvides a supportive space for migrant mothers to celebrate pregnancy, share experiences, and receive gifts through organized community baby showers.
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Union-Affiliated Trade Apprenticeship & Training 1 activity
- Offers OSHA training coursesProvides OSHA safety certification training via Zoom every night of the week from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., offered as part of workforce development programming.
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ESL and Citizenship Instruction 1 activity
- Offers free educational programs including English and literacy coursesProvides free English language instruction for non-native speakers at all levels, along with beginner and advanced literacy courses, writing classes, and interactive learning opportunities, including conversation sessions and cultural activities.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Operates food pantries and distributes food and essential goodsDistributes staple food items such as rice, beans, and pasta, along with fresh produce and non-perishable goods, to meet basic needs of vulnerable families, the poor, and immigrants in New York City and supports food donation campaigns abroad, including in Venezuela.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Offers nutrition education coursesProvides a free nutrition course covering balanced diet principles, nutritional label interpretation, and meal planning, held Monday to Wednesday from 6 PM to 9 PM.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2019
revenue
Total revenue$74K
Contributions & grants$74K100%
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expenses
Total expenses$69K
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balance sheet
Total assets$16K
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Net assets$16K
1 years on record · 2019–2019
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2019
Who runs it
board members · 5
- Andres Ceballos — Director
- Diana Leifels — Director
- John Chloe — Director
- Mirna Velasquez — Director
- Surey Miranda — Director
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- City Harvest Partner — Provides food donations to La Jornada NY for distribution.
- Elizabeth Gomez Partner — Provides guidance to the migrant community using La Jornada NY's facilities.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook as a platform for course information and registration outreach.
- Food Bank Partner — Contributes food donations to support La Jornada NY's pantry services.
- La Jornada Foundation Partner — Organization referenced in relation to La Jornada Ltd, possibly as a related or affiliated entity
- NYC Health + Hospitals Partner — Partner organization through which La Jornada connects migrants to low- or no-cost healthcare services, including mental health support.
- Sharing Excess Partner — Donates food to La Jornada NY's pantry.
- Venezuela Partner — Conducted a food donation campaign delivering supplies to communities in Venezuela.
- local experts Partner — Collaborates with local experts to deliver nutrition education and practical knowledge in course instruction.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Beginner-Inclusive Education Pathwaysmethodology: beginner_inclusive_educationBy designing literacy and skills education for absolute beginners, the organization enables universal access to foundational learning, because removing prerequisites ensures inclusion of the most marginalized and builds confidence as a foundation for broader empowerment.
- Community-Centered Integration and Educationmethodology: community-integrated_learningBy embedding education and language learning within community-centered events and culturally competent programming, the organization fosters mutual support and accelerates personal growth, because social belonging and cultural recognition enhance engagement and learning outcomes.
- Compassionate, Holistic Empowerment Modelmethodology: compassionate_service_for_empowermentBy integrating compassionate care with education, legal, and financial support, the organization empowers individuals to overcome poverty and build self-sufficiency, because addressing both material and psychosocial needs fosters dignity, resilience, and long-term stability.
- Personalized Legal and Case Supportmethodology: personalized_legal_supportBy providing tailored legal and administrative guidance, the organization reduces systemic barriers and increases success rates for migrants navigating complex asylum and resettlement processes, because individualized support addresses unique legal and personal circumstances more effectively than standardized approaches.